Gabriel

Origine et signification de Gabriel

Gabriel comes from the Hebrew Gavri'el, 'God is my strength' — the name of the archangel who announced Jesus's birth to Mary, giving it sacred resonance throughout the Christian world. It is hugely popular in France, Romania, Brazil, Spain and Germany, as well as the English-speaking countries. The Italian form is Gabriele. It blends gentleness and power, with a sound that flows smoothly in almost any language. It conveys protection and glad tidings.

Variantes dans le monde

Comment dire Gabriel dans d’autres langues.

Personnalités célèbres

• Gabriel García Márquez— écrivain
• Gabriel Fauré— compositeur